Former Mecca Bingo premises, 54 Eastgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1QN

Gloucester is the commercial and administrative centre of the County and supports a resident population of approximately 132,500 (2021 Census). The City is located approximately 9 miles (14.5 km) west of Cheltenham, 35 miles (56.2 km) north of Bristol, 55 miles (88.5 km) south of Birmingham and 100 miles (161 km) west of London. Access to the motorway network is available at Junctions 11, 11A and 12 of the M5. There are regular rail links to London Paddington (fastest journey time 1 hour 43 minutes) also to Bristol, Birmingham and Cardiff. The property is situated on the south side of Eastgate Street, close to its junctions with Clarence Street and Brunswick Road approximately 400m from Gloucester Cross, being on the edge of the main shopping area, comprising the pedestrianised part of Eastgate Street and Kings Walk. Eastgate Street itself has a mix of occupiers comprising general retailers, public houses, recruitment agencies and financial services.

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The entry listed on the Valuation Office Agency website is as follows:

Prospective occupiers should check with the Local Authority to establish any transitional relief that may be applicable.

Approximate gross internal areas

The property has been used as bingo hall which falls within Sui Generis of the Use Classes Order 1987. It may suit alternative uses such as a gymnasium, church or sports facility subject to the necessary consents being obtained.

Terms

The property is offered by way of a new lease for a term to be agreed. The self-contained retail units are available separately and consideration will also be given to a sale of the freehold.

VAT

The property is elected for VAT.

Legal Costs

Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred in the transaction.

ASH Chartered Surveyors for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property for whom they act, give notice that:

1. these particulars are a general outline only, for the guidance of prospective purchasers or tenants, and do not constitute the whole or any part of an offer or contract;
2. ASH Chartered Surveyors cannot guarantee the accuracy of any description, dimensions, references to condition, necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details contained herein and prospective purchasers or tenants must not rely on them as statements of fact or representations and must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy;
3. no employee of ASH Chartered Surveyors has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty or enter into any contract whatever in relation to the property;
4. rents quoted in these particulars may be subject to VAT in addition; (v) ASH Chartered Surveyors will not be liable, in negligence or otherwise, for any loss arising from the use of these particulars; and
5. the reference to any plant, machinery, equipment, services, fixtures or fittings at the property shall not constitute a representation (unless otherwise stated) as to its state or condition or that it is capable of fulfilling its intended function. Prospective purchasers/tenants should satisfy themselves as to the fitness of such items for their requirements.

Code of Practice for Commercial Leases in England and Wales

You should be aware that the Code of practice on commercial leases in England and Wales strongly recommends you seek professional advice from a qualified surveyor, solicitor or licenced conveyancer before agreeing or signing a business tenancy agreement. The Code is available through professional institutions and trade associations.

Money Laundering Regulations

As part of our obligations under the UK Money Laundering Regulations 2017, ASH will require any tenant/purchaser to provide proof of identity along with any other required documentation to satisfy anti-money laundering regulations.